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Rhenus’ New Air Freight Gateway in Bangkok to be a Strategic Hub in Southeast Asia

  • Rhenus adds a new air freight gateway in Bangkok for in/outbound & transshipment from/to Southeast Asia
  • The new airfreight gateway will also see the use of electric vehicles (EV) for sustainable first/last mile transportation usage
  • The gateway strengthens Rhenus’ capabilities to connect businesses globally with new customer-centric solutions and vertical approaches

BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 September 2025 – Leading global logistics provider Rhenus Group has opened a new air freight gateway in Bangkok, Thailand.

With Thailand serving as a leading aviation hub in Southeast Asia, the new gateway is strategically located in Suvarnabhumi Airport. The facility will provide a full range of multi-modal services for companies looking for logistics solutions, especially across the Intra-Asia, Europe West Bound and North America trade routes.

The air gateway will see dedicated Rhenus teams provide full door-to-door service for pickups and deliveries and customs services. With 600 sqm of warehouse space and operating on a 24/7 basis, companies can access the Free Trade Zone (FTZ) storage facility with a direct connection to Rhenus’ other warehousing facilities near Bangkok and Laem Chabang seaport.

Other highlights of the gateway include:

  • High security standards
  • Fast processing timeline for the shipments, ensuring reliability for sensitive and urgent shipments.
  • Additional services including palletizing, (re)labelling/packing, sorting, and (de)consolidation
  • Certified according to ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, AEO IATA, TAFA

“Bangkok is one of the world’s most connected airports, and our new gateway at Suvarnabhumi further strengthens our role and capabilities in one of major regional logistics hub in Southeast Asia. Backed by a team of 80+ air freight specialists and a 24/7 time-critical service unit, we are committed to delivering operational excellence, efficiency and integrated end-to-end logistics solutions with value-added services for our customers”, said Serdar Onur, Head of Air Freight, Southeast Asia & Oceania, Rhenus Air & Ocean.

Rhenus Thailand has been expanding its infrastructure in Thailand, to better support local customers. Its latest Bangna Trad (KM19) warehouse expansion added 10,500 sqm space as well as 15,000 pallet space for semi-conductor, production machines and white goods.

Future development plans include planning and investment in the gateway with a high-standard secure cargo room for valuable shipments and temperature-controlled rooms catering to pharmaceuticals.

Sustainability in action

To align with the Group’s strategy for sustainable logistics, Rhenus Thailand is introducing its first electric vehicle (EV) to support the air freight operations with daily collections and deliveries. More EVs will be progressively implemented depending on the local demands. This demonstrates its commitment to cutting carbon emissions and offering more energy-efficient solutions for customers nationwide.

“The addition of the EV is not just about adopting new technology – it is about reshaping the way logistics serves both business and society,” said Nitipon Tansakul, Regional Head of Sustainability, APAC, Rhenus Air & Ocean. “We are proud to provide a transport solution aligned with a sustainable future. This is just the beginning of reducing GHG emissions from fleet operations.”

Stronger support in Thailand

In addition to the air freight warehouse and gateway operations, Rhenus has an established regional office in Bangkok with a team of global and local expertise committed to offer integrated solution in warehousing, cross-border trucking, multimodal transport, customs clearance, and consulting.

“The air freight gateway opening and EV launch mark important steps in expanding our service capabilities in Thailand. These developments allow us to better support our customers with more efficient, flexible and sustainable solutions. We will also be able to diversity and position us to serve growing sectors like healthcare, life science, and high-tech. As airline frequencies increase, the gateway will offer seamless Intra-Asia flow and efficient global reach, as we continue to meet evolving customer needs and navigate trade shifts with speed, reliability, cost efficiency and resilience. Lastly, achieving these milestones will not be possible without our team in Thailand who serve with such great dedication, expertise and strong customer focus”, said Tim Burger, Regional Managing Director of Rhenus Thailand, Myanmar and Cambodia, Air & Ocean.

New facility details are as follows:
Rhenus Logistics Co. Ltd.
999 Warehouse 2, Free Zone, Suvarnabhumi International Airport, Room No. 110, 1-2 Floor, Moo 7, Rachathewa Subdistrict, Bang Phli District, Samutprakarn 10540 Thailand
Contact: tim.burger@rhenus.com

More information on Rhenus in Thailand is available at: https://www.rhenus.group/th/en/

Hashtag: #Rhenus

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About Rhenus

The Rhenus Group is one of the leading logistics specialists with global business operations and annual turnover amounting to EUR 8.2 billion. 41,000 employees work at 1,330 business sites in more than 70 countries and develop innovative solutions along the complete supply chain. Whether providing transport, warehousing, customs clearance or value-added services, the family-owned business pools its operations in various business units where the needs of customers are the major focus at all times.

New report by Cambridge identifies five priorities to prepare students for a changing world

Foster greater self-management skills to help students navigate uncertainty

Reframe subject knowledge to increase its value in age of AI

Signpost skills more clearly so students recognise they’re prepared for the future

Strengthen oracy to help students build meaningful relationships

Strengthen the role of school as the place to build purposeful connections

CAMBRIDGE, England, Sept. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A major new report from the International Education group at Cambridge University Press & Assessment (Cambridge) captures the voices of nearly 7,000 teachers and students across 150 countries. It offers a unique view of how students experience education today and the skills and attributes they think are important for a future being shaped rapidly by technological advance, climate pressures, and shifting global dynamics.

The report, Navigating the future: Preparing learners to thrive in a changing world, draws on responses from 3,021 teachers and 3,840 students worldwide, alongside insights from experts in education, social science, psychology, technology, government, and policy. It explores how students and their teachers feel about students’ readiness for the future, the skills they value, and the challenges they perceive in developing them. Both groups see opportunities in digital technologies to enhance learning, but voice concerns about distraction and risks to critical thinking and communication skills.

Findings from the research include:

  • teachers and students view self-management skills as critical for the future, but it was selected as the skill most difficult to teach (23%) and learn (19%) from a list of options.
    • technology is central to this challenge: while it supports learning, students worry about distraction and over-reliance on devices, and 88% of teachers perceive attention spans to be getting shorter.
  • communication skills (including social skills and empathy) are viewed as critical for success. Students value these skills for understanding the perspectives of others and feeling included. However, 61% of teachers say fear of judgement is a challenge in helping students develop their interpersonal skills, and 25% of teachers list this as the single greatest challenge.
    • Psychologically safe, inclusive classrooms are essential for developing effective communication skills. Schools should purposefully create environments where students can experiment with language, consider different ways of communication, make and learn from mistakes, and grow in confidence.
  • subject knowledge is essential for progression through education but seen as less important beyond it. This suggests subject knowledge is viewed as a short-term “currency” rather than a lifelong asset.
  • Fewer than half of students surveyed feel prepared for their next step in education (48%) or their future beyond it (45%). But teachers are more confident: 67% feel their students are well prepared for their next step in education, and 59% say their students are well prepared for life after education.

Michael Stevenson, Senior Consultant OECD High Performing Systems for Tomorrow, said: “What inspires me about this work is that Cambridge have put students at the heart of it. The message is clear. If young people are to flourish, they need a way to develop purpose, intent and agency. That’s the role of education – and that’s why education needs to change.”

International education ideally placed

With its diverse contexts and communities, international education provides fertile ground for innovation – whether in signposting skills, strengthening oracy, supporting wellbeing, or helping students navigate uncertainty. As the world’s largest provider of international education for 3-to 19-year-olds, Cambridge works with over 10,000 schools in 160 countries and partners with more than 50 governments worldwide.

Rod Smith, Group Managing Director for International Education at Cambridge, said: “This research gives us a deeper understanding of how students and teachers are experiencing change. What strikes me most is the clarity with which it highlights a simple truth: never has the role of schools and teachers been more important. At a time of profound global change, great schools, great teachers and a clear, purposeful curriculum remain the foundations of great education.”

Next steps

Cambridge has begun turning the insights from this report into action, with initiatives underway including:

  • a new Skills Profile tool to help students identify and develop skills alongside subject knowledge.
  • teacher resources on developing executive function skills, created in partnership with Sara Baker, Professor of Developmental Psychology and Education, Faculty of Education, University of Cambridge.
  • a global Education Summit and the launch of a permanent student consultative forum to guide future work.
  • an extended Wellbeing Curriculum for students aged 14 and over.

Dr Iwan Syahril, Global Education Advisor and former Director General at Ministry of Education, Indonesia, said: “The findings already offer powerful signals for what education must confront and design for. With deeper multi-stakeholder integration and a bold, future-oriented lens, this work has the potential to influence global practice at scale.” 

CPA Australia organizes the Executive Forum to mark its 70th anniversary in Hong Kong 


HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 September 2025 – To mark the 70th anniversary of CPA Australia in Hong Kong, the Executive Forum was organised to foster dialogue among business professionals and political representatives. The forum serves as a strategic platform to exchange ideas on enhancing collaboration across Greater China and strengthening Hong Kong’s role as a regional business and financial hub.

Photo 1

From left to right:

  • Mr Kelvin Leung, Deputy Divisional President – Greater China, CPA Australia
  • Ms Deborah Leung, Board Member of AFRC and Honorary Advisor – Greater China, CPA Australia
  • Dr Allan Zeman FCPA (Aust.), Honorary Member of the CPA Australia
  • Mr Bernard Poon FCPA (Aust.), Director of Board CPA Australia
  • Prof. Dale Pinto FCPA (Aust.), President and Chair of the Board, CPA Australia
  • The Hon. Paul Chan FCPA (Aust.), Financial Secretary, HKSAR Government
  • H.E. Gareth Williams, Australian Consul-General to Hong Kong and Macau
  • Ms Karina Wong FCPA (Aust.), Divisional President – Greater China, CPA Australia
  • Prof Frederick Ma FCPA (Aust.), Chairman, Hong Kong Trade Development Council
  • Mr Stephen Law, Vice-President of HKICPA
  • Mr Cyrus Cheung FCPA (Aust.), Deputy Divisional President – Greater China, CPA Australia

Photo 2

The Hon. Paul Chan FCPA (Aust.), Financial Secretary, HKSAR Government, is
delivering a speech at the CPA Australia Executive Forum

Hashtag: #CPAAustralia

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About CPA Australia

CPA Australia is one of the largest professional accounting bodies in the world, with nearly 175,000 members in over 100 countries and regions, including more than 22,500 members in Greater China. CPA Australia is celebrating its 70th anniversary in Hong Kong this year. Our core services include education, training, technical support and advocacy. CPA Australia provides thought leadership on issues affecting the accounting profession and the public interest. We engage with governments, regulators and industries to advocate policies that stimulate sustainable economic growth and have positive business and public outcomes. Find out more at

GP Industries completes strategic HK$504 million Equivalent Sustainability Linked Term Loan Facility

Sustainability targets encompass eco-friendly manufacturing practices and robust corporate sustainability transformation


SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 September 2025 – GP Industries Limited (“GP Industries”, SGX: G20), the 86.18%-owned subsidiary of the Hong Kong-listed Gold Peak Technology Group Limited (“Gold Peak”, SEHK: 40), today completed a 3-year syndicated sustainability-linked loan facility (the “SLL Facility”) of HK$504 million with 5 major banks, with The Bank of East Asia, Limited (“BEA”) as the mandated lead arranger and bookrunner. Other mandated lead arrangers are CNCB (Hong Kong) Investment Limited, AFFIN Bank Berhad and East West Bank, Hong Kong Branch. Lead arranger is Bank of China Limited, Singapore Branch.

Despite the challenging global environment, this SLL Facility of HK$504 million reflects strong confidence and support from the banking sector in GP Industries’ commitment and achievements in Environmental, Social and Governance (“ESG”) principles.

Victor Lo, Chairman of Gold Peak and GP Industries, said, “Gold Peak is deeply committed to long-term sustainable development and has a proven track record in this area. The establishment of this SLL Facility not only affirms our strategic direction but also enhances our ability to pursue innovative financing solutions and operational best practices that underpin sustainable business growth.”

“Our dedication to enhancing our environmental and social performance remains unwavering. We will actively work to mitigate climate risks and prioritize investments in medium- to long-term ESG initiatives that are designed to generate enduring value for our key stakeholders and shareholders. By integrating ESG principles as a fundamental driver of our corporate strategy, we are confident in our ability to make significant strides towards achieving net-zero emissions. These efforts will yield substantial benefits not only for our diverse stakeholder group but also for our communities and the planet as a whole,” added Victor Lo.

Michael Lam, Vice-Chairman and Executive Vice President of GP Industries, commented, “As a leading company in the batteries, audio, and electronics industries, GP Industries is committed to embedding sustainability principles across its operations. We have made significant progress in advancing our sustainability agenda, reflecting our commitment to responsible corporate citizenship and long-term value creation. Since 2017, we have regularly reported our ESG performance to stakeholders as part of our disciplined approach to transparency and long-term value creation. We actively advocate for the adoption of rechargeable batteries to minimize waste, and our GP Recyko rechargeable products have received positive market reception. We have also accelerated the packaging sustainability efforts by transitioning over 1,000 GP-branded consumer battery products to paper-based packaging across Europe. This initiative has led to an annual reduction of 48 tons of plastic and 30 tons of material waste per year, marking a significant milestone in the company’s long-term commitment to environmental stewardship.”

“For our acoustics portfolio, KEF GP Group (“KGG Group”), which comprises KEF, Celestion and GP Electronics, will continue to invest in green manufacturing facility. The SLL Facility underscores our commitment to environmental preservation while delivering exceptional sound quality to our customers.”

The last financial year represents a pivotal milestone for GP Industries as the company formally announced its science-based targets for reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, which encompass Scopes 1 and 2 operational emissions. Building on its ongoing de-carbonization roadmap, GP Industries has established interim and long-term reduction targets as follows:

  • a 20% reduction by 2030 compared to the FY2024 baseline;
  • a 60% reduction by 2040; and
  • the achievement of net-zero operational emissions (i.e., 100% reduction) by 2050.

GP Industries is dedicated to advancing sustainable manufacturing practices. Among many sustainability awards, four of its battery manufacturing facilities have achieved Zero Waste to Landfill Platinum or Gold validation from UL Solutions, demonstrating its commitment to diverting 95-100% of waste from landfills through effective waste reduction and diversion strategies. Additionally, GP Batteries, the battery business of the company, has gained EcoVadis badge with assessment results exceeded industry standards, reflecting its strong performance in environmental stewardship, labor practices, human rights, ethics, and sustainable procurement. GP Industries aspires to lead the industry in sustainability initiatives and to continually enhance its contributions to a greener future.

Kelvin Au, General Manager and Head of Wholesale Banking Division at The Bank of East Asia, Limited, said, “GP Industries Limited is an internationally renowned manufacturing company with deep roots in the battery and audio businesses. It has built a formidable legacy spanning over six decades. GP Industries Limited now stands as a global leader in consumer batteries under its “GP” and “Pairdeer” brands, and as a trailblazer in high-end audio equipment under the premium brand “KEF”. BEA appreciates the company’s dynamism and pioneering spirit in driving transformation. As the sole mandated lead arranger and bookrunner for this sustainability-linked syndicated loan and GP Industries Limited’s main banking partner, BEA will leverage our global network and comprehensive financial expertise to deliver end-to-end solutions tailored to GP’s evolving business needs.”

The 3-year SLL Facility has a tiered incentive mechanism where GP Industries is entitled to an interest reduction when the SLL Facility sustainability targets are achieved. This SLL Facility was signed by GPI International Limited and GP Batteries International Limited, with the parent company, GP Industries, providing a corporate guarantee. GP Industries plans to deploy the proceeds from the SLL Facility to strengthen its financial position, support ongoing long-term investments in advanced manufacturing technologies, enhance operational efficiencies, and reinforce its commitment to sustainable business practices.

Photo captions:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1vuYH-bQ-vG9JQxhe-gzr6IhT7fzNe02l?usp=sharing

  1. (Center left) Michael Lam, Vice-Chairman and Executive Vice-President of GP Industries, signed the SLL Facility of HK$504 million with 5 major banks.
  2. (Back row, 6 from left) Victor Lo, Chairman of both GP Industries and Gold Peak, expressed gratitude to the banks for their staunch support on the SLL Facility.

Hashtag: #GPIndustries

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About GP Industries

GP Industries Group is an international manufacturing and marketing group with operations in Battery Solutions, Acoustics & Electronics, as well as Industrial Investments. GP Industries has been listed on the Mainboard of the Singapore Exchange Securities Trading Limited (SGX: G20) since 1995. It is the primary industrial vehicle of the Hong Kong-listed Gold Peak Technology Group Limited.

Underpinned by GP Industries’ proprietary manufacturing facilities for equipment and design manufacturing of batteries and acoustics products, it has invested in and developed globally renowned consumer brand names for its major product categories, such as “GP”, “Pairdeer”, “KEF” and “Celestion.

GP Industries’ mission is to integrate economic growth, environmental protection and social responsibility in its business strategies to design, manufacture and supply innovative and high-quality products for the well-being of people and benefit of society, aiming to drive sustainable value for its stakeholders and the communities.

Based in Singapore and Hong Kong, GP Industries operates advanced manufacturing facilities in China, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam, and has established an extensive manufacturing and distribution network spanning over 10 countries across Asia, Europe and the Americas.

Vantage Shines as Titanium Sponsor at Money Expo Chile 2025

PORT VILA, Vanuatu, Sept. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Vantage Markets proudly participated as a Titanium Sponsor at Money Expo Chile 2025, one of the country’s first major financial expo, held at Espacio Riesco in Santiago on August 27–28, 2025.

The expo provided a platform for Vantage to connect with fintech experts, brokers, and technology providers, strengthening its presence within the financial technology and brokerage sector. Vantage was honored with the “Most Trusted Broker 2025” award, in recognition of its commitment to transparency, reliability, and client trust.

Vantage Shines as Titanium Sponsor at Money Expo Chile 2025
Vantage Shines as Titanium Sponsor at Money Expo Chile 2025

On the main stage, Raúl Cabrera, Business Development Manager at Vantage, delivered a keynote titled “The Future of the LATAM Trader: Business, Community, Impact”, where he explored regional trends shaping the trading landscape. Rodrigo Martínez, Business Development Team Lead, participated in a panel discussion on “AI Integration Strategies in Trading Operations”, offering perspectives on how emerging technologies particularly artificial intelligence are transforming trading practices.

Vantage Shines as Titanium Sponsor at Money Expo Chile 2025
Vantage Shines as Titanium Sponsor at Money Expo Chile 2025

During the event, attendees engaged in an interactive roulette activity, where they had the opportunity to win official Vantage merchandise, vouchers, or participate in a trivia contest for exclusive prizes.

Marc Despallieres, CEO of Vantage Markets, commented: “Being recognized as the ‘Most Trusted Broker’ award at Money Expo Chile reflects our dedication to transparency and strong industry relationships. Money Expo Chile was an important milestone for us to showcase not only our innovation but also the trust we’ve worked hard to earn.”

Vantage remains committed to empowering the trading community through education, innovation and transparency.  Visit Vantage Markets,  to stay updated on future events and initiatives.

About Vantage

Vantage Markets (or Vantage) is a multi-asset CFD broker offering clients access to a nimble and powerful service for trading Contracts for Difference (CFDs) products, including Forex, Commodities, Indices, Shares, ETFs, and Bonds.

With over 15 years of market experience, Vantage transcends the role of broker, providing a reliable trading platform, an award-winning mobile trading app, and a user-friendly trading platform that provide clients access to trading opportunities.

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Disclaimer: This article is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, a recommendation, an offer, or solicitation to buy or sell any financial products or services. The content is not intended for residents of any jurisdiction where such distribution or use would be contrary to local law or regulation. Readers are strongly advised to seek independent professional advice before making any investment or financial decisions. Any reliance placed on the information presented is strictly at the reader’s own risk.

 

Chao Anouvong Stadium Renovation on Track for Late 2026 Completion

Vientiane's Chao Anouvong Stadium

The renovation of Vientiane’s Chao Anouvong Stadium is on track and is expected to be completed by October 2026, the Ministry of Education and Sports said. 

The project, valued at JPY 4.171 billion (approximately USD 29 million), is funded through grant aid provided by the Government of Japan and is being implemented by Japanese contractors Hazama Ando – Toa Road JV, who won the contract through a competitive bidding process. 

The grant agreement was originally signed in December 2023, and followed by a groundbreaking ceremony on 26 March this year.

Upon completion, the stadium is expected to become the first inclusive sports facility in Laos, designed to support multiple athletic activities. 

While specific details have not been officially confirmed, prototype visuals suggest that the stadium will accommodate football, rugby, running tracks, and other field-based sports suitable for both training and recreational use.

The stadium will be entirely accessible to persons with disabilities, according to the Ministry of Education and Sports. 

It is also envisioned as a central hub for community engagement, fostering opportunities for exercise, sports, and public gatherings in the Lao capital.

First built in 1950 in the center of Vientiane capital, Chao Anouvong Stadium has long served as a venue for national sports such as football, rugby, and para-athletics, as well as community events.

The stadium is named after Chao Anouvong (King Anouvong), the King of Vientiane during the early 19th century.

Tencent Announces Global Rollout of Scenario-Based, AI Capabilities to Accelerate Industrial Efficiency

Launch of AI Agent Development Platform 3.0, available internationally via Tencent Cloud, at the 2025 Global Digital Ecosystem Summit

Tencent Cloud’s overseas client base doubled since last year; achieved high double-digit year-over-year growth over the past three years

SHENZHEN, China, Sept. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Tencent today announced the global roll-out of new scenario-based AI capabilities, empowering enterprises across diverse industries to accelerate industry efficiency and advance international growth. Announced at the 2025 Tencent Global Digital Ecosystem Summit, held at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center from 16 to 17 September, it comprises a suite of intelligent agent applications, “SaaS + AI” solutions and large model technological upgrades.

Dowson Tong, Senior Executive Vice President of Tencent and CEO of the Cloud and Smart Industries Group, delivering a keynote speech at the 2025 Global Digital Ecosystem Summit
Dowson Tong, Senior Executive Vice President of Tencent and CEO of the Cloud and Smart Industries Group, delivering a keynote speech at the 2025 Global Digital Ecosystem Summit

“Truly usable and practical AI applications drive industrial efficiency, while internationalization charts new growth possibilities,” said  Dowson Tong, Senior Executive Vice President of Tencent and CEO of the Cloud and Smart Industries Group. “Our newly launched and upgraded solutions will support enterprises in their intelligence and internationalization journey as they build scalable and sustainable growth.”

Accelerating Implementation of Intelligent Solutions

The Tencent Cloud Intelligent Agent Strategy Panorama highlighted the global launch of Agent Development Platform 3.0 (ADP), which enables enterprises to generate and integrate intelligent, autonomous AI agents into their workflows, for scenarios such as customer service, marketing, inventory management, research, and more. Tencent is continuously iterating on various intelligent agent development frameworks like LLM+RAG, Workflow, and Multi-Agent, to help enterprises efficiently build stable, secure, and business-aligned agents using proprietary data. In addition, AI Infra’s “Agent Runtime” was also launched to provide a robust infrastructure foundation for building, deploying, and operating AI agents.

The upgraded SaaS+AI toolkit enhances office collaboration, including AI Minutes in Tencent Meetings, which has seen a year-on-year growth rate of 150% over the past year. It also supports knowledge management, such as Tencent LearnShare, currently used by over 300,000 enterprises enjoying 92% response accuracy. CodeBuddy, an AI-powered AI coding tool for developers, reduces coding time by 40% and increases R&D efficiency by 16%.

New models powered by Hunyuan, Tencent’s proprietary large language model, were announced, including Hunyuan 3D 3.0, Hunyuan 3D AI and Hunyuan 3D Studio, imbued with cutting-edge 3D generation capabilities for creators and developers in media and gaming industries, and more. Hunyuan 3D series models have been downloaded over 2.6 million times on Hugging Face, making them the most popular open-source 3D models globally.

Over the past year, Tencent’s Hunyuan large model has released more than 30 new models and fully embraced open-source development. It has gradually open-sourced models such as the hybrid inference model Hunyuan-A13B and a translation model supporting over 30 languages, along with comprehensive multimodal generation capabilities and tools for image, video and 3D content.

Fully Embrace Internationalization

At the summit, Tencent Cloud highlighted its milestones in global expansion, noting that its overseas client base has doubled since last year. Over the last three years, Tencent Cloud International has achieved high double-digit year-over-year growth globally, across Asia markets, namely Hong Kong, Southeast Asia, Japan, and more.

Today, more than 90% of leading Chinese internet companies, and 95% of leading Chinese gaming companies are also using Tencent Cloud to support their global expansion initiatives.

During the Tencent Cloud International Summit held in the afternoon, Tencent’s global partners including Converge Information and Communications Technology Solutions, DANA, e& UAE, Hong Kong Jockey Club, Fusion Bank, GoTo Group, Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison (IOH), Miniclip, MUFG Bank (China), Prosus, True IDC, and more, discussed the need for enterprises to adopt advanced cloud and AI solutions to power their next stage of growth and internationalization ambitions.

Poshu Yeung, Senior Vice President, Tencent Cloud International said, “Tencent Cloud brings to overseas enterprises our deep expertise and experience in integrating AI across our ecosystem. With the launch of new solutions such as Tencent Cloud Agent Development Platform, we hope to expand our reach globally, and serve wider industries and enterprise use-cases.”

The summit also saw Tencent Cloud International signing partnership agreements with global enterprises, from Asia Pacific companies including Datacom, IOH, Gardi Management, GoTo Group, MahakaX, MUFG Bank (China), RYDE Technologies, StoneLink, True IDC, 99 Group; to Middle Eastern companies including Coop Bank Oromia and Nativex; European companies including eMAG; and North American company InCloud.

Tencent will upgrade its Tencent Cloud internationalization strategy across three areas — infrastructure, technology products, and service capabilities — to help more enterprises across different industries to transform digitally. Today Tencent Cloud products like the Superapp-as-a-Service solution and PalmAI have been widely embraced by overseas enterprises from Asia Pacific, the Middle East and The Americas.

Tencent Cloud has introduced international versions of products such as Tencent Cloud Agent Development Platform (TCADP), CodeBuddy and Cloud Mall. These globalized solutions are designed to better accommodate local requirements and provide reliable support for high-concurrency enterprises worldwide. For instance, its EdgeOne security and acceleration platform recently integrated large language models with the Model Context Protocol (MCP) Server, resulting in the launch of EdgeOne Pages. This development significantly enhanced developer efficiency by reducing website development and deployment time from one day to merely one minute. Within three months, the platform garnered over 100,000 global users.

Tencent Cloud operates 55 data centres across 21 markets and regions, and plans to invest USD150 million in the future to build its first Middle East data center in Saudi Arabia. Simultaneously, it will build a third data center in Osaka, Japan, and establish a new Osaka office. Today, Tencent Cloud has deployed 9 global technical support centers in Jakarta, Manila, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Bangkok, Tokyo, Seoul, Palo Alto, and Frankfurt.

The Upcoming 8th CIIE: Countdown to Global Opportunities and Collaboration

SHANGHAI, Sept. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — With the 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE) drawing nearer, preparations are accelerating across all fronts. As the world’s first import-themed national-level expo, the CIIE has consistently provided a stage for governments, businesses and international organizations to expand cooperation and unlock new opportunities in China’s dynamic market.


CIIE Wins Global Praise

At the United Nations Global Development Initiative Seminar in Geneva, the CIIE was endorsed as the gateway linking China and the global economy. UN officials noted that the Expo has become a premier platform for debuting global products, unveiling cutting-edge technologies and advancing innovative services, while demonstrating China’s commitment to openness, sustainable growth and inclusive development.

Preparations in Full Swing

This year’s event is taking shape with wide international participation. So far, more than 50 countries and international organizations have confirmed their participation in the Country Pavilion, reflecting global recognition of the Expo’s value. Overseas companies are showing robust enthusiasm: exhibition bookings have already exceeded 330,000 square meters. Notably, 170 overseas enterprises and 27 institutions will appear as eight-time full-attendance exhibitors, continuing their long-standing engagement with the CIIE.

Comprehensive Corporate Pavilion

The Corporate Pavilion will again showcase six major sectors.

From frontier technologies and sustainable solutions featured at CIIE-TECH, to global food and agricultural products presented at CIIE-FOOD, the Expo emphasizes both innovation and daily consumer needs.

Emerging industries will take center stage in CIIE-NOVA, while CIIE-MOVE introduces future-oriented mobility solutions. Meanwhile, CIIE-LIFESTYLE highlights premium consumer goods under the vision of “Better Quality, Better Life”.

Together, these areas offer participants a broad spectrum of opportunities to engage with China and strengthen global cooperation.

As the countdown continues, the 8th CIIE warmly invites exhibitors and professional visitors worldwide to join this landmark event in Shanghai this November.

Exhibitors may register here: https://www.ciie.org/exhibition/f/book/new/register?locale=en&registerFrom=no. Professional visitors can pre-book here: https://www.ciie.org/ciie/f/visitor/pre-book?locale=en.

The 8th CIIE is ready to play a vital role in revitalizing multilateral cooperation and advancing a more open global economy.

Contact: Ms. Cui Yan Tel.: 0086-21-968888 Email: exhibition@ciie.org